Sternotomy and crutches

The use of crutches following a sternotomy raises the concern of sternal dehiscence. We discuss secure reinforced sternal closure, classify sternal distractional forces and discuss the postoperative mobilization process.

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Veröffentlicht in:	Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery 2011-08, Vol.13 (2), p.237-239
Hauptverfasser:	Sanders, Lucas H A, Chen, Weiwen, Cindric, Steve E, Newman, Mark A J
Format:	Artikel
Sprache:	eng
Schlagworte:	Aged Cardiac Surgical Procedures - methods Crutches - adverse effects Follow-Up Studies Heart Diseases - surgery Humans Immobilization - methods Male Sternotomy - methods Surgical Wound Dehiscence - etiology Surgical Wound Dehiscence - prevention & control
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Zusammenfassung:	The use of crutches following a sternotomy raises the concern of sternal dehiscence. We discuss secure reinforced sternal closure, classify sternal distractional forces and discuss the postoperative mobilization process.
ISSN:	1569-9293 1569-9285
DOI:	10.1510/icvts.2010.258509